Synlett 1994; 1994(7): 517-518
DOI: 10.1055/s-1994-22911
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Asymmetric Isomerization of 5-Methylene-1,3-dioxanes to 5-Methyl-4H-1,3-dioxins by a Chiral Ruthenium(II) Complex

Herbert Frauenrath* , Manfred Kaulard
  • *Universität/Gesamthochschule Kassel, Fachbereich 19 - Organische Chemie, Heinrich-Plett-Str. 40, D-34109 Kassel
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Publication Date:
18 September 2002 (online)

The asymmetric double bond isomerization of prochiral 5-methylene-1,3-dioxanes to 5-methyl-4H-1,3-dioxins with an optically active ruthenium(II) complex is described. Enantiomeric excesses of up to 37.6 % have been obtained.

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